2002 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Ford Ka
To start off, 2012 Ford Ka is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2012 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Ka.
Because 2002 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Honda Accord (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Ka. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2012 Ford Ka | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Accord | Ka |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |